Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has declared that Nigeria is on the path to recovery despite severe criticism, citing achievements in security, financial discipline and grassroots development.
Speaking during his first Presidential Media Chat on Monday in Lagos Tinubu claimed that there was improvements in security across the country, saying that previously unsafe routes in northern Nigeria are now safe for travelling.
According to him, two decades of wanton killings have been addressed and people can travel through the roads.
“Before now, it was impossible and the military remains vigilant against both internal and external threats to ensure the safety of citizens.
On the management of the economy, President Buhari said that his administration’s efforts in exiting the previous “ways and means” model and that the government now operates under financial control and fiscal discipline. We have more revenue being generated and distributed,” Tinubu said.
He also said that the autonomy granted to local governments in Nigeria was a key milestone for his government.
Speaking on the controversial Tax Reforms Bill initiated by his administration, Tinubu assured that the tax reform has come to stay.
He said he appreciated the reactions of some Nigerians to the Tax Reform Bills, but stated he is convinced that the benefits of the bills far outweighed the concerns raised.
“Tax reform is here to stay. Why do you want to know that today? Tax matters are subject to debates, reviews and negotiations until you reach concessions. That is what I am going to say about that. I don’t mind cutting edges.
“We cannot continue to do what we previously did in today’s economy.
“We cannot retool this economy with the same broken boat and I believe that I have that capacity that is why I went into the race. I am focused on what Nigeria needs and what I must do for Nigerians.
“It is not yet Eldorado for everybody, but the new dawn is here. I am convinced,” he added.
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